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In the article, “Lucid Dreaming,” the author points out the history of lucid dreaming and how to become a lucid dreamer. First, he explains that lucid dreaming is a dream in which the dreamers are aware that they are dreaming and they can control what happens in the dream. Lucid dreaming is a very old idea going back to the days of Aristotle and having its original connections to religion. More recently, lucid dreaming has been redefined and books are still written about it today. Next, the author describes some of the techniques used to become a lucid dreamer. Stephen LaBerge created the MILD technique in which people wake up, tell themselves they are dreaming, and then go back into the dream to control what happens in the dream. There are also steps people can take to help themselves remember their dreams and start learning from their dreams. Finally, the author wishes the readers a nice journey into their dreaming life.